House Plant Basics (Ages 11-14)
Learn the basics of houseplant care including light, soil, and watering needs.
Brekke Bounds (she/her)
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(8)
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Join Ms. Brekke to learn the basics of caring for your own houseplants. Houseplants add character and life to any room and any home but they do need some help from us! Participants will be given an overview of the basic care needs for houseplants in general and will get a chance to meet 3 houseplants up close and personal. We'll learn more detailed information on caring for succulents (bright light), ivy (medium light), and pothos (medium-low light). This class will include a short slide show lecture followed by time for meeting and chatting about each of our three houseplant friends. Participants are encouraged to bring their houseplant questions for a short discussion period at the end of the class. Please note, we will not be discussing any houseplant pests or diseases. This class is best suited for participants with an interest in houseplants but limited knowledge. We will be learning the very basics and getting excited about keeping plants indoors!
Learning Goals
- Students will learn the difference between bright/direct, medium/filtered, and low lights.
- Students will learn about the general soil needs of houseplants.
- Students will learn about the general water needs of houseplants.
- Students will learn about the basic equipment needed to keep houseplants.
- Students will learn about 3 varieties of plants that are easy to keep in most homes.
Other Details
Supply List
While not required, some students may find it helpful to have a writing implement and paper to take notes.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
5.0
8reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi! I'm Ms. Brekke. I love teaching about gardening, sustainability, nature, and other environmental topics. I also love being outside and hope to share my love of nature with your child. I come to teaching with the dream that everyone can be comfortable growing a small amount of their own food and learn to appreciate time spent outside. My approach to teaching is to share my appreciation of gardening and growing with my students so that they can see the same wonder I see. I bring mindfulness and joy to every class I teach and look forward to sharing that with your child.
I have a bachelors degree in environmental studies, a masters degree in sustainable food systems, and am certified in permaculture design. I am currently studying to become board certified in holistic nutrition and registered as an herbalist with the American Herbalist Guild. I'm excited to bring my passion for nutrition and herbs to my classes. I have over 15 years of experiential education teaching on environmental topics as well as over 6 years of experience teaching team building and mindfulness. I am also working on building my own urban homestead on my small city lot in Chicago where I live with my partner James.
If you have any questions please reach out to me. Please allow 48 hours for a response. I look forward to working with your child in class!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-6 learners per class
